IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) is an advanced fertility treatment that helps individuals and couples conceive when natural pregnancy is difficult or unsuccessful. In IVF, eggs are retrieved from the ovaries, fertilized with sperm in a laboratory, and the resulting embryo is transferred into the uterus.
IVF is one of the most effective assisted reproductive technologies (ART) and has helped millions of families worldwide achieve pregnancy.
What Does IVF Mean?
IVF stands for
In Vitro Fertilization.
- In vitro means “in glass,” referring to fertilization outside the body.
- Fertilization occurs in a controlled laboratory environment.
After fertilization, the embryo develops for several days before being placed into the uterus to implant naturally.
How Does IVF Work? (Step-by-Step Process)
1. Ovarian Stimulation (8–12 Days)
Fertility medications stimulate the ovaries to produce...
